“I am very excited to be joining Katy, Luke, and Ryan on American Idol,” Richie said in a statement. “As a singer, songwriter, and producer, I feel I can bring a great deal of experience to the table. It’s going to be so much fun!”

Bryan echoed the sentiment: “I’m excited at the chance to help some deserving artists reach their dreams," he said. "To be in a position in my career to help facilitate this along with the other judges is just a complete honor. It’s gonna be a blast!”

Richie and Bryan wasted no time spreading the news.

Perry, Bryan and Richie will all appear together for the first time on Good Morning America on Monday (October 4). Original host Ryan Seacrest will also return to the series.